Toro Z Master 8000 Series Operator's Manual

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Fuel SystemMaintenanceDANGERIn certain conditions, fuel is extremelyflammable and highly explosive. A fire orexplosion from fuel can burn you and othersand can damage property.Refer to Fuel Safety (page 14) for a completelist of fuel related precautions.Replacing the Fuel FilterService Interval: Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichevercomes first) (more often in dirty ordusty conditions).The fuel filter is located near the engine on the frontor rear side of the engine.1. Park the machine on a level surface, move thespeed-control lever to the NEUTRAL position,disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), andengage the parking brake.2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and waitfor all moving parts to stop before leaving theoperating position.3. Allow the machine to cool down.4. Clamp the hose on the fuel tank side of the fuelfilter.5. Replace the fuel filter (Figure 46).Note: Ensure that the markings on the filterfollow the fuel flow direction.g029685Figure 46Note: Install the fuel-line hoses and secure themwith plastic ties the same as they were originallyinstalled at the factory to keep the fuel line away fromcomponents that could cause fuel line damage.Servicing the Fuel TankDo not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that anAuthorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank andservices any components of the fuel system.40